Derek Petteys
Republican | Kentucky
Candidate Profile
Conservative (Conditional)
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Derek Petteys
Party
Republican
Election Year
2022
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist. 6
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, Bachelor of Science, Public Administration
Northern Kentucky University, Highland Heights, MBA Program
Hillsdale College, Hillsdale, MI, Constitutional Law Program
WORK & MILITARY
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AFFILIATIONS
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POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
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OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
I support 'aid in dying' laws which legalize assisted suicide and euthanasia.
Strongly Disagree
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Abortion should only be considered to prevent the death of the mother.
ECONOMY
Redistribution of income is needed to lessen the gap between the wealthy and working classes.
Strongly Disagree
The concept of wealth redistribution is completely contrary to the free market and the values upon which our nation was founded. I believe in equality of OPPORTUNITY, not equality of OUTCOMES.
The government should cut spending in order to reduce the national debt.
Strongly Agree
I strongly support a balanced budget along with measures to significantly reduce the national debt.
What changes, if any, should be made to the tax code?
I would support a change to a Fair/Flat Tax system which would repeal income, payroll, and estate taxes and instead establish a national sales tax. I would support the proposed Fair Tax Act of 2021 as currently constructed.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
What should be the relationship between the church and the state?
My idea of separation of church and state is based on Jefferson's belief that a free people must be allowed to fully practice their faith without fear of government influence.
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
Under no circumstances should any public or private entity be allowed to mandate vaccinations or other procedures as part of its operations. The most fundamental freedom is to be able to care for one's own body; requiring or encouraging quickly-produced vaccines of unproven efficacy is contrary to medical freedom.
What most closely matches your view on healthcare: A) Healthcare for all should be guaranteed and funded by the government with no private healthcare option. (includes "universal healthcare," "medicare for all," etc.) B) Healthcare insurance funded by the government should be available for all who want it, along with private healthcare options. C) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary. D)Tax-payer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be de-funded.
C
NATIONAL SECURITY
With regard to America's foreign policy, which view most closely resembles yours: A) The United States should intervene whenever freedom is threatened. B) The United States should selectively help countries trying to grow democracy and fight tyranny. C) The United States has become too involved in others' policies and should remain focused on issues regarding our own sovereignty unless in imminent danger. D) The United States should stay out of foreign conflicts completely.
C
I support the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement to pressure Israel to withdraw from occupied territories, remove the separation barrier in the West Bank, allow full equality for Arab-Palestinian citizens of Israel, and promote the rights of Palestinian refugees.
Strongly Disagree
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
What should the United States do to help eradicate the threat of Islamic terrorism?
The greatest threat to our national security comes as a result of current immigration policy and is not exclusive to any one group. First and foremost we must ensure that our borders are more secure to prevent unauthorized entry. Additionally, we must be certain that anyone seeking specific visa status is thoroughly vetted prior to consideration.
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
State and federal funds shall be denied to any public or private entity, such as a sanctuary city, that is not in compliance with immigration laws.
Strongly Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Without question we must ensure that a strict LEGAL process is followed for anyone seeking to immigrate to the United States. Applicants for any visa or for citizenship should be thoroughly vetted to be certain that they pose no risk to public safety and fully understand the rights and responsibilities of coming to our country.
VALUES
Sexual orientation and gender identity should be protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Strongly Disagree
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Christian who believes that Salvation can be attained only through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
What laws would you propose to change present voting practices?
I support strict ID requirements, limits on mail-in voting, and regular audits of voter rolls and election results.
EQUALITY
Reparations should be given to people on the basis of race.
Strongly Disagree
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Racism is absolutely contrary to the notion that all people are created equal by God. Personal bias and prejudice are sadly part of the human condition and we must always work harder to ensure that those beliefs never evolve into harassment, discrimination, or physical harm. In those cases, the law must hold people strictly accountable for behavior which violates existing law and Constitutional protections.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
I support the use of hydraulic fracking to extract oil and natural gas resources.
Strongly Agree
Which comes closest to your view? A) Stricter environmental laws and regulations cost too many jobs and hurt the economy. B) Stricter environmental laws and regulations are worth the cost.
A
ABOUT YOU
When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and religious liberty, which of the following best describes you overall?
Very Conservative
Please provide publicly available information, including interviews and media reports, validating your answer to the previous question (other than your website).
I am not a career politician who has conducted countless interviews over the course of many years. My positions on economic and social issues are the sum total of my personal religious beliefs, education, and life experiences.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been penalized in either civil or criminal court for sexual misconduct? If so, please explain.
No
What else would you like voters to know about you, including your legislative priorities?
I am a strict Constitutionalist when it comes to legislation and protecting the rights of the people. Voters should know that I absolutely support a balanced budget, terms limits, and public policy that promotes AMERICA FIRST. Most importantly, I am not a member of the political class. My educational and professional background is in business management and public relations; I have the knowledge and experience to address concerns of taxpayers of any socioeconomic group. Not only will I support term limits, but I have pledged to lead by example and limit myself to four terms in Congress.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
Police officers should be personally immune from prosecution for conduct consistent with departmental policy (qualified immunity) while on duty.
Agree
I support redirecting funds from police departments to mental health and community programs.
Strongly Disagree
Mental health and other support programs are important, but should not be funded at the expense of public safety.
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Those who have been convicted of violent felonies using a firearm should rightly be precluded from future possession and ownership. Otherwise gun ownership is a fundamental right to self-defense and should not be restricted .
Victims of gun violence should be able to sue firearms dealers and manufacturers.
Strongly Disagree
